Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM — Legendary former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell at Old Trafford on Sunday. The 84-year-old icon, a constant presence at United matches, reportedly began feeling ill approximately one hour before the high-stakes Premier League kick-off against Liverpool.
Okay News reports that Sir Alex is currently conscious and undergoing “precautionary checks.” Medics attended to him in the Stretford End tunnel after he complained of feeling unwell while posing for photographs with fans. While he was transported to the hospital by ambulance, sources indicate he was sitting up and talking, with club officials expressing optimism that he will soon be recuperating at home.
Okay News reports that while Sir Alex underwent emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage in 2018, there is currently no indication that today’s episode is related to his previous health crisis.
Despite his retirement in 2013 after 27 seasons and 38 trophies, Sir Alex remains the heart of Manchester United’s identity. While his official ambassadorial role ended in 2025, his attendance at matches remains a source of inspiration for the squad. As the news of his hospital visit spread, supporters from both United and Liverpool shared messages of solidarity, setting aside the fierce rivalry to wish the Scotsman a speedy recovery.
On the pitch, the match proceeded with Manchester United taking an early 2-0 lead within the first 15 minutes, thanks to goals from Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Šeško.
